Bridesmaid Dress Trends for 2012 Weddings

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From flirty frocks with a retro twist to sophisticated lacy dresses, we’ll show you four of our favourite fashion trends for your leading ladies and which stores to send your girls to to pick up their gowns.

<strong>Flirty '50s: Get The Look</strong><br />
For something a bit more lively choose this literal nod to the 50s. We especially love the playful pattern and tulle hem.<br />
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Pattern party dress available at <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/pattern-party-dress?utm_medium=CJaffiliate&utm_campaign=CJ&utm_source=CJ" target="_blank">Modcloth</a>, $112.99.

<strong>Flirty '50s: Get The Look</strong><br />
We love the oversized dots on this ladylike frock...and it will be perfectly wearable after the wedding!<br />
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Large polka dot dress available at <a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=69887&vid=1&pid=450150&scid=450150013" target="_blank">Banana Republic</a>, $160.00.

<strong>Flirty '50s: Get The Look</strong><br />
This retro frock is ideal for a casual outdoor affair and the pattern will really pop in your wedding pictures.<br />
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Made in the Shades dress in Floral Flurry available at <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/made-in-the-shades-dress-in-floral-flurry" target="_blank">Modcloth</a>, $109.99.

<strong>Pops of Colour: Get The Look</strong><br />
For a refined rustic or vintage-inspired affair we love this pairing of mustard and ivory for your girls. <br />
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Yarrow-In-Flower dress available at <a href="http://www.bhldn.com/shop_bridesmaids-party-goers_bridesmaid-party-dresses/yarrow-in-flower-dress" target="_blank">BHLDN</a>, $350.00.

<strong>Pops of Colour: Get The Look</strong><br />
This vibrant frock would be lovely paired with other dresses in varying shades of lighter blue for an ombre effect. <br />
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Lucienne one-shoulder dress in silk-chiffon available at <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_shops/catalogjcrewcomexclusives/dresses/PRDOVR~47995/47995.jsp" target="_blank">J.Crew</a>, $274.00.

<strong>Luxe Lace: Get The Look</strong><br />
For an elegant affair, we love this updated take on the classic champagne-toned gown.<br />
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Monogram lace shimmer dress available at <a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?pid=884270&locale=en_CA&kwid=1&sem=false&sdReferer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.ca%2Furl%3Fsa%3Dt%26rct%3Dj%26q%3Dbanana%2520republic%2520canada%2520monogram%2520lace%2520shimmer%26source%3Dweb%26cd%3D1%26ved%3D0CC4QFjAA%26url%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.bananarepublic.ca%252Fproducts%252Fbr-monogram-lace-shimmer-dress-P884270.jsp%26ei%3DiQwjT66rCbGL0QHNqpTqCA%26usg%3DAFQjCNHtrZAMw-JQ4mti5okZzlWO_syG7A" target="_blank">Banana Republic</a>, $275.00.

<strong>Flashy Florals: Get The Look</strong><br />
Your bridesmaids will adore you (even more they already do!) for selecting this vintage-inspired strapless dress. Not only is it affordable, but the floral motif is absolutely stunning.<br />
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ASOS bandeau dress in floral print available at <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Bandeau-Dress-In-Floral-Print/xil2p/?iid=1982488&MID=35719&affid=2135&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-KPtUVlkcYmMNFya6NWzhfA&mporgp=L2NvdW50cnlpZC8zL1Byb2Qv" target="_blank">ASOS.</a>, $73.10.

<strong>Flashy Florals: Get The Look</strong><br />
This bold black and white number would complement a modern celebration and is so affordable you could buy all the dresses for your girls in lieu of bridesmaid gifts.<br />
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Eliza J. New York dress available at <a href="http://www.6pm.com/eliza-j-one-sleeve-printed-dress-black-white" target="_blank">6 p.m.</a>, $36.99.

<strong>Flashy Florals: Get The Look</strong><br />
Boho maxi dresses printed with blooms can be a good choice for beach weddings. This gown has angled pleats and boning for a bit of added structure.<br />
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Kristina silk maxi dress available at <a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=69884&vid=1&pid=450182" target="_blank">Banana Republic</a>, $275.00.

<strong>Flashy Florals: Get The Look</strong><br />
This flattering floral number will suit a variety of figures and the summery palette is ideal for an outdoor celebration.<br />
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Together/MD floral-print dress available at <a href="http://www.sears.ca/product/together-md-floral-print-dress/641-000655670-WF11-TO40-6820" target="_blank">Sears</a>, $39.94.